incongruence

Meanings

• Noun

  The lack of harmony, agreement, or appropriateness between different elements.

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Variants

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incongruence , incongruences

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Etymology

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From the Latin 'incongruens,' meaning 'unsuitable,' 'unfit,' or 'unmatched'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'incongruence' was first used in English literature by the poet John Donne in the 17th century.

2. Incongruence is a common theme in comedy, where unexpected situations or characters create a sense of humor.

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Related Concepts

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1. Juxtaposition: A literary or artistic technique that places two or more contrasting ideas, objects, or elements side by side to create a vivid contrast.

2. Surrealism: An artistic and literary movement that sought to challenge rational thought and logic through the use of unexpected and illogical imagery.

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Culture

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Incongruence is a common theme in literature, art, and philosophy. It can be seen in surrealist art, where unrelated objects are juxtaposed to create a sense of incongruity.

How to Memorize "incongruence"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a scene where two unrelated objects are placed together, such as a fish out of water on a desk.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'incongruence' with the idea of mismatched or unsuitable elements.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Inco' for 'Incongruence,' and 'Gro' for 'Grotesque,' which shares a similar meaning and is easily remembered.

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